Wreck of the French War-Steamer L Hermite, on Wallis Island, Pacific Ocean (engraving)

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Wreck of the French War-Steamer L Hermite, on Wallis Island, Pacific Ocean (engraving)

1589289 Wreck of the French War-Steamer L Hermite, on Wallis Island, Pacific Ocean (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wreck of the French War-Steamer L Hermite, on Wallis Island, Pacific Ocean. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 September 1874.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection

Media ID 23391396

© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images

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This engraving, titled "Wreck of the French War-Steamer L Hermite, on Wallis Island, Pacific Ocean" takes us back to a significant event in maritime history. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print showcases the aftermath of a dramatic shipwreck that occurred on Wallis Island. The scene is filled with both awe-inspiring and heartbreaking elements. The once-mighty French war-steamer L Hermite now lies battered and broken against the rocky shore. Its masts are snapped like twigs, its hull torn apart by the unforgiving waves. This powerful image serves as a reminder of nature's immense power and man's vulnerability at sea. The engraving was originally published in The Illustrated London News on September 26,1874. It offers viewers a glimpse into a moment frozen in time – a tragic event witnessed by many through this detailed illustration. As we study this artwork further, we can't help but wonder about the stories held within these shattered remains. What led to this devastating wreck? Were there survivors who managed to escape their watery fate? These questions linger as we contemplate the fragility of human endeavors when faced with nature's wrath. Thanks to Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we have access to historical prints like these that allow us to delve into our past and learn from it. This particular engraving stands as both an artistic masterpiece and an important record of maritime history for generations to

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